Today, let me introduce to you the Glendronach 12yo, a classic that is one of those must-sees when you start discovering the fabulous world of whisky. Aged in barrels of Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso, this one comes from Speyside (43.0%). So… a good old sherry cask like most of Glendronach’s whiskies (by the way, Glendronach means “valley of mulberries” in Gaelic. Ok, the poetry moment is past, admit that you were afraid to ear me declaiming verses :p) and it must be said that this type of barrel allows their whisky to be fully revealed.
Nose: Dried fruits and black fruits sharing the place, accompanied by light spices and a woody touch. Not as rich, complex and elegant as with older expressions that I could test but very nice.
Mouth: Sweet and fruity, rather on grapes, always with a touch of spices. Sherry is relatively present, something I never complain about (as long as we do not taste only that, of course). It’s good, but simple, but good, but simple, but good. In these cases, I always stop on “but good”, because as long as it’s good, it’s good.
Finish: Long enough, on wood, grapes and spices.
Note: 83/100
This Glendronach 12yo may lack of richness and subtlety but, honestly, it is super nice and for less than 40 € it is a daily dram with a very good value for money. Well, I admit having a fairly high level daily dram, but it can also make an excellent drink to offer after a family meal with Grandpa 😀
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